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On November 29, 1979 Gene Pletzer started Gene's Professional Hair Care in Madison, Wisconsin. Throughout the past 33 years Gene changed many lives through his passion of helping others with hair loss and general hair care needs. Gene was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in January of 2012 and unfortunately passed away on March 2nd 2013.  Gene was blessed to have a great staff with an average tenure of 22 years at Gene's and 31 years in the industry, maintaining Gene's as the most experienced salon specializing in Hair Restoration in Madison, WI.  Even though Gene is no longer with us, his memory lives on through what is now called Gene's Hair Solutions.  At Gene's Hair Solutions we realize hair loss can not only take a physical toll on the individual but a psychological toll as well.  For that reason Gene's offers a private consultation room and 5 private stylist rooms.  Your comfort and privacy is our top priority.  Gene's Hair Solutions is also a proud member of Transitions International, a national hair loss organization.  This allows us to stay on top  of the latest trends in the industry and offer the most advanced technology to assist with your overall hair loss needs.  



In addition to solutions for hair loss, Gene's Hair Solutions is a full service salon that offers Nail Care, Foils and Highlights, Up-Do's, Hair Extensions, Perms and Color, etc.  Contact Gene's Hair Solutions today at 608-238-7651 to book your next appointment. 

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OUR MISSION

​"To provide the best care to our customer so that they not only leave Gene's Hair Solutions looking great, but more importantly feeling great about themselves."

​Debbie Dangerfield, Hair Specialist

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Years in the hair industry: 34

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​At Gene's: 27 years

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Reputation: Deb's calming personality and quality care ensures a relaxing and satisfying experience for her clients. Many claim she has magic fingers and often say "she gives the best shampoos around". Dedication to her clients is evident through their continued satisfaction and patronage.

Favorite aspect of her work: Deb definitely thinks of hairstyling as an art form and takes pride in her attention to detail.

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Services provided: Precision hair styling and design, hair prosthesis and waxing services.

 

 

​Craig Kuhnau, Hair Specialist

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Years in the hair industry: 45 years

 

At Gene's: 24 years

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Reputation: "Building self esteem and self confidence" is key to Craig's techniques. Dedication and quality work with his clients is evident through their loyalty and patronage.

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Services provided: Hair styling and design, master in the field of hair restoration. Craig enjoys working with people that appreciate good work and attention to detail. He really enjoys working with clients with hair loss problems and feels great satisfaction in making them feel better about themselves.

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​Jill Nelson, Hair Specialist

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Years in the hair industry: 28 years

 

At Gene's: 17 years

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Reputation:  Jill works in the salon part time while concentrating on being a full-time mom. She enjoys the business and "loves making people feel good about themselves". Jill has a great reputation for really getting to know her clients and enjoying being with them.

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Services provided: Hair design, manicures, pedicures, manicures and waxing.

​Diane Schumann, Hair Specialist

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Years in the hair industry: 18 years

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At Gene's: 14 years

 

Reputation:  Why she works in the business: Diane made this career choice because she loves the artistic avenues it provides and how clients can really appreciate when their stylist can personalize a look that harmonizes with their lifestyle. Diane really enjoys seeing transformations in her clients' appearances. "Not only does it affect your image physically, but how you feel about yourself on the inside."

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Services provided: Hair restoration, complete hair styling and design, on-staff hair extension expert.

Malia Reisinger, Hair Specialist

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Years in the hair industry: 3 years​

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At Gene's: 1 year

 

Reputation:  Malia grew up on a farm outside of Plain, Wisconsin. She has always enjoyed doing hair. She graduated from Empire Beauty School in 2010 and has been in a salon atmosphere the past two years. Malia enjoys precision hair cuts, as well as coloring and high lighting. She also enjoys educating people on hair loss and their options. Malia pays close attention to precision hair cuts and keeps up on trending color techniques, and she also does manicures, pedicures and hair restoration.

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Services provided: Hair restoration, complete hair styling and design, manicures, pedicures

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